global sourcing manager

Clark Associates

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2><p>
The Senior Global Sourcing Manager of Food &amp; Beverage Consumables plays a critical role in executing global sourcing strategies that support cost optimization, quality performance, risk mitigation, and supply chain continuity across food and beverage categories. This role partners closely with cross functional teams and global suppliers to drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence. The role also provides leadership to sourcing team members, helping build a high-performing organization capable of supporting a complex and rapidly growing food and beverage supply chain. This role serves as the primary owner of key food, beverage, and consumable ingredient supplier relationships and leads the development and execution of negotiation strategies that drive long-term value for the business.</p><p></p><p><br>
Clark Associates is a rapidly growing, multi-divisional company headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with services supporting all of Clark&rsquo;s distribution methods in the food service industry. The company&rsquo;s growth creates exciting opportunities for sourcing professionals to shape a global supplier network, influence strategic decisions, and directly contribute to the company&rsquo;s continued momentum.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h2><p>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Strategic Sourcing Execution</b></p><ul><li>
Implement sourcing strategies to support business objectives across assigned food and beverage consumable categories.</li><li>
Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on capability, capacity, quality, compliance, and cost competitiveness, with emphasis on food safety, shelf-life stability, traceability, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>
Support the development and execution of global sourcing processes, policies, and business continuity plans specific to perishable and non-perishable consumables.</li><li>
Lead, coach, and develop sourcing team members to build capability, drive accountability, and support a high-performing sourcing organization.</li><li>
Build and scale a sourcing team aligned to food and beverage category needs, ensuring appropriate skill sets, workload balance, and succession planning.</li><li>
Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and performance management for direct reports, fostering a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional partnership.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Supplier Relationship Management</b></p><ul><li>
Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance, responsiveness, and alignment with company standards, including food safety certifications, allergen controls, and labeling requirements.</li><li>
Lead supplier business reviews, track KPIs, and drive corrective actions to improve quality, delivery, and cost across food and beverage consumables categories.</li><li>
Partner with suppliers to identify value creation opportunities, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>
Guide team members in managing supplier portfolios, developing negotiation strategies, and resolving escalations.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Negotiation &amp; Cost Management</b></p><ul><li>
Lead negotiations for pricing, terms, and service levels to achieve optimal total cost of ownership across food and beverage consumables, considering factors such as commodity volatility, freight sensitivity, and shelf-life constraints.</li><li>
Conduct cost analyses, benchmark pricing, and support long term cost reduction initiatives.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Cross Functional Collaboration</b></p><ul><li>
Work closely with merchandising, procurement, transportation, quality, and compliance teams to ensure sourcing decisions meet business, regulatory, and operational requirements, including food safety regulations.</li><li>
Support the implementation of new systems and tools to enhance supplier visibility, performance tracking, and risk mitigation.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Market &amp; Category Insights</b></p><ul><li>
Monitor global market trends, supply base shifts, and emerging sourcing opportunities across food ingredients, beverages, packaging formats, and consumables product categories.</li><li>
Provide category insights and recommendations to inform strategic planning and supplier selection.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Physical Requirements</b></h2><ul><li>
Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer.</li><li>
Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.</li><li>
Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.</li><li>
Requires occasional bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.</li><li>
Requires the ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 50lbs.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Remote Work Qualifications</b></h2><ul><li>
Access to a reliable and secure high-speed internet connection. Cable or fiber internet connections (at least 75mbps download/10mbps upload) are preferred, as satellite connections often cannot support the technologies used to perform day-to-day tasks.</li><li>
Access to a home router and modem.</li><li>
A dedicated home office space that is noise- and distraction-free. The space should have strong wireless connection or a wired Ethernet connection (wired connection is preferred, if possible).</li><li>
A valid, physical address (apartment, suite, etc.). PO Boxes are not supported, as a physical address is required for you to receive your computer equipment.</li><li>
The desire and ability to work and communicate with other team members via chat, webcam, etc.</li><li>
Legal residents of one of the following states: (AK, AL, AR, AZ, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NM, NV, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WI, WV, or WY). H-1B Visa Sponsorship Not Available, W2 only.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Experience</b></h2><ul><li>
8&ndash;10 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or procurement, preferably in a global environment, with at least 3-5 years focused on food, beverage, or consumable product categories.</li><li>
Demonstrated success in supplier management, negotiations, and cost reduction initiatives.</li><li>
Experience working with international suppliers and navigating global trade, compliance, and quality requirements, including food safety and regulatory frameworks.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage, mentor, and grow team members while fostering a collaborative, high-accountability culture.</li><li>
Experience building or scaling a sourcing team, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, and developing talent.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education</b></h2><p>
This role does not require a degree. We value relevant skills and experience and alignment with our core values above all else.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Desired Traits &amp; Skills</b></h2><ul><li>
Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into action.</li><li>
Excellent communication and relationship building skills across cross functional teams.</li><li>
Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change.</li><li>
Ability to address situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence.</li><li>
Strong people-leadership skills, including coaching, conflict resolution, and the ability to inspire high performance within a sourcing team.</li><li>
Working knowledge of food safety standards, labeling requirements, commodity markets, and regulatory compliance frameworks relevant to food and beverage consumables.</li><li>
Business Proficiency in English is required.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Company Overview</b></h2><p>
A rapidly growing, multi-divisional company headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with services supporting all of Clark&rsquo;s distribution methods in the food service industry.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h2><ul><li>
Medical</li><li>
Vision</li><li>
Dental</li><li>
PTO</li><li>
Paid Maternity Leave</li><li>
Paid Parental Leave</li><li>
Life Insurance</li><li>
Disability</li><li>
Dependent Care FSA</li><li>
401(k) matching</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program</li><li>
Wellness Incentives</li><li>
Company Discounts</li><li>
AT&amp;T &amp; Verizon Discount</li><li>
Bonus Opportunities</li><li>
Accident Insurance</li><li>
Critical Illness Insurance</li><li>
Adoption Assistance</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Available at HQ Locations Only</b></h3><ul><li>
On-Site Fitness Centers</li><li>
Dog-friendly Offices</li></ul></div>

Senior Global Sourcing Manager, Food and Beverage Consumables

Howmet Aerospace

<div><div><b>Job Summary:</b></div><ul><li>
Lead and manage the global supplier quality function, ensuring consistent compliance with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards across all supplier operations.</li><li>
Develop, implement and continuously improve supplier quality systems, audits, and performance metrics to drive product quality, risk mitigation, and process reliability.</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with global procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to resolve supplier issues, support new product launches, and ensure alignment with customer and regulatory requirements.
</li></ul><div><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></div><ul><li>
Develop and implement global supplier quality standards aligned with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 to ensure consistent quality across the supply base.</li><li>
Lead supplier audits and assessments, including initial qualification, periodic surveillance, and performance evaluations to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.</li><li>
Drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) with suppliers for non-conformances, ensuring timely resolution and long-term quality improvements.</li><li>
Establish and monitor supplier quality KPIs, such as PPM, on-time delivery, and audit scores, to track performance and initiate improvement plans.</li><li>
Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, engineering, manufacturing, etc.) to align supplier quality objectives with business and customer requirements.</li><li>
Support new product development (APQP/PPAP) by ensuring supplier readiness, capability studies, and documentation in line with IATF 1649 standards and the organization&rsquo;s specific needs.</li><li>
Manage supplier risk assessments and drive strategic initiatives to mitigate quality risks and ensure supply chain resilience.</li><li>
Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to local Quality teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.</li><li>
Implement, develop, and manage receiving inspection processes to ensure incoming materials meet specifications and support robust quality control at point of entry.</li><li>
Lead and manage supplier-related crisis situations, coordinating rapid containment, root cause analysis, and long-term resolution plans to protect customer satisfaction and business continuity.</li></ul><div><b>
Basic Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (BS) from an accredited university in Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, or related technical field.</li><li>
Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in supplier quality or quality management roles within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as ISO9001 or IATF16949 and production systems.</li><li>
Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies, including root cause analysis, 8D, CAPA, SPC, and MSA.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to manage global suppliers and work across cultures, time zones, and functions.</li><li>
Strong leadership and crisis management skills, with track record of resolving complex supplier quality issues.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to influence both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.</li><li>
Willingness to travel domestic and internationally as needed (typically 20-40%).</li><li>
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></div><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in related fields.</li><li>
Certified Lead Auditor for ISO 9001, IATF 16949 and/or VDA 6.3.</li><li>
Knowledge and experience in metallurgical processes including casting.</li><li>
Experience managing remote or global teams.</li><li>
Knowledge of Regulatory landscape related to transportation and automotive products.</li><li>
Familiarity with sustainability and compliance standards (e.g., RoHS, REACH, Conflict Minerals).</li><li>
Automotive manufacturing background is preferred.</li><li>
Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or Lean Manufacturing principles.</li></ul></div><div></div>

Global Supplier Quality Manager

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div>TCS Hyderabad Hiring for Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing</div><br>
<div><br>
</div><div>Role: Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing
</div><div>Experience: 7-10 Years
</div><div>Job Location: Hyderabad</div><br>
<div><br>
</div><div>Eligibility:
</div><ul><li> Minimum 15 years of regular, full-time education (10 + 2 + 3)
</li></ul><ul><li> Should be okay working in Rotational &amp; Flexible Shift
</li></ul><div>Required Skills
</div><div>Must-Have
</div><ul><li> Hands-on experience in indirect strategic sourcing
</li></ul><ul><li> Proven experience in leading complex RFx events and negotiations
</li></ul><ul><li> Strong stakeholder influence across senior business leaders
</li></ul><ul><li> Hands-on experience with SAP, Ariba, or equivalent procurement tools
</li></ul><ul><li> Strong financial acumen and business case development skills
</li></ul><div>Good-to-Have
</div><ul><li> Experience in IT Services, Professional Services, or Large Manufacturing environments
</li></ul><ul><li> Exposure to global sourcing and supplier governance models
</li></ul><ul><li> Knowledge of contract law fundamentals and risk management
</li></ul><div>Required Technical Skill Set
</div><ul><li> Strategic Sourcing &amp; Category Management (Indirect Spend)
</li></ul><ul><li> RFx execution (RFI/RFP/RFQ)
</li></ul><ul><li> Contracting &amp; Commercial Negotiation
</li></ul><ul><li> Spend Analytics &amp; Business Case Development
</li></ul><ul><li> Supplier Performance &amp; Risk Management
</li></ul><ul><li> ERP &amp; Procurement Platforms (SAP S/4, Ariba)
</li></ul><div>Key Responsibilities
</div><ul><li> Develop and execute 1&ndash;5 year category strategies for assigned indirect categories (IT, Marketing, Facilities, Travel, Professional Services)
</li></ul><ul><li> Perform end to end spend analysis to identify savings, consolidation, and demand management opportunities
</li></ul><ul><li> Lead end to end RFx events including requirement definition, bid evaluation, negotiations, and supplier selection
</li></ul><ul><li> Develop strong business cases quantifying benefits, total cost of ownership, and risk trade offs
</li></ul><ul><li> Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, innovation, and cost effectiveness
</li></ul><ul><li> Negotiate complex contracts including SLAs, KPIs, pricing models, and payment terms in partnership with Legal
</li></ul><ul><li> Translate RFx outcomes into commercially robust and risk appropriate agreements
</li></ul><ul><li> Collaborate with internal stakeholders (IT, Marketing, Finance, Facilities, HR, Legal) to align sourcing strategies with business goals
</li></ul><ul><li> Drive supplier performance management through scorecards, governance forums, and continuous improvemen t initiatives
</li></ul><ul><li> Own and drive long term sourcing strategies for assigned indirect categories
</li></ul><ul><li> Deliver measurable cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation
</li></ul><ul><li> Lead supplier consolidation and preferred supplier programs
</li></ul><ul><li> Ensure compliance with sourcing policies, audit requirements, and governance
</li></ul><ul><li> Build trusted partnerships with internal stakeholders
</li></ul><ul><li> Drive continuous improvement in Source to Pay processes
</li></ul><ul><li> Track and report sourcing performance, savings, and supplier KPIs
</li></ul><ul><li> Support transformation initiatives and digital procurement adoption
</li></ul><ul><li> Willingness to work in US shift timings
</li></ul></div></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location</b></div>
<div>Hyderabad</div>
</div><div><div><b>Job Function</b></div>
<div>BUSINESS PROCESS SERVICES</div>
</div><div><div><b>Role</b></div>
<div>Support Executive</div>
</div><div><div><b>Job Id</b></div>
<div>413969</div>
</div><div><div><b>Desired Skills</b></div>
<div>SCM - Sourcing</div>
</div></div><p>Desired Candidate Profile
</p><div><div><b>Qualifications</b> : BACHELOR OF COMMERCE</div></div></div><div></div>

Category Manager - Indirect Sourcing

Greiner Holding AG

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Company: Greiner Ambalaj Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Location:
Istanbul, TR, 34959
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Travel activity: %10
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Job Type: Permanent
</div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>As a <b>Procurement Manager</b>, you will lead sourcing activities and ensure alignment with global strategies. You will work closely with category managers and other teams to manage suppliers, support tenders, and improve supply performance. This role suits professionals who enjoy combining strategy with hands-on work and want to make a real impact on efficiency, quality, and sustainability.</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></h2>
</div><div><ul><li>Act as a sparring partner for category managers, particularly on region-specific topics.</li>
<li>Ensure alignment and effective execution of global procurement strategies and initiatives.</li>
<li>Support tender processes and negotiations for both regional and global categories.</li>
<li>Consolidate regional market insights and act on local opportunities to optimize sourcing performance.</li>
<li>Manage and develop key regional suppliers, ensuring strong relationships and performance improvement.</li>
<li>Own and implement the regional sourcing strategy for fully regional categories.</li>
<li>Drive and coordinate the approval process of new regional materials in collaboration with R&amp;D and change management team.</li>
<li>Oversee procurement, transportation, distribution, and stock control activities for products and raw materials.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company procedures and accurate system records for materials and finished goods warehouses.</li>
<li>Continuously research alternative sources, materials, and suppliers to drive innovation and improvement.</li>
<li>Maintain close cooperation and regular communication with global procurement teams and headquarters to align processes, share best practices, and support global sourcing initiatives.</li>
<li>Support the integration of sustainability, compliance, and risk management standards into local procurement activities.</li>
<li>Facilitate knowledge transfer and collaboration between local and global teams to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with group standards.</li>
<li>Prepare and submit regular performance and management reports to senior leadership.</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your profile</b></h2>
</div><div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master&rsquo;s degree is a plus).</li>
<li>Minimum 5-7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or purchasing management, preferably in a manufacturing/industrial environment.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.</li>
<li>Experience in import/export operations, customs procedures, and logistics management.</li>
<li>Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BRC or similar quality management systems.</li>
<li>Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office applications.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, planning, and reporting skills.</li>
<li>Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.</li>
<li>Ability to work in coordination with global procurement teams and multicultural environments.</li>
<li>Result-oriented, cost-conscious, and capable of driving continuous improvement projects.</li>
<li>Fluency in English (written and spoken)</li>
</ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><p>We provide equal opportunities for everyone and see diversity as our strength. Therefore, we welcome all applicants &ndash; regardless of characteristics such as gender, age, background, social status, sexual orientation, religion, or mental and physical abilities. We have set the goal of empowering women and increasing female leader representation. We foster an inclusive work environment and encourage all individuals to apply.</p>
</div></div><div><div><div><div>Job ID: 3665</div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Procurement Manager

Volga Partners

<div><p><b>About Volga Partners</b></p><p>
Volga Partners is a global consulting firm supporting technology, data, and AI-driven initiatives for clients around the world. While we have operational teams based in the United States and Pakistan, our workforce supports projects in over 115+ countries.</p><p>
We partner with fast-growing startups and established enterprises to build high-impact teams that power innovation at scale.</p><p></p><p><b>
Role Overview</b></p><p>
We are seeking a skilled, curious, and adaptable Global Talent Sourcer to support both U.S. and international hiring needs.</p><p>
This is not a trainee-level role. You will play a critical role in identifying, engaging, and screening top talent across technical and non-technical functions, helping shape the quality of teams we deliver to our clients.</p><p>
Approximately 1&ndash;2 years of hands-on sourcing experience is sufficient, provided you demonstrate strong sourcing fundamentals, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset.</p><p>
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys global hiring challenges, and is confident engaging candidates across diverse markets and time zones.</p><p></p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>
Source, identify, and engage top-tier talent for U.S. and global roles (technical and non-technical)</li><li>
Conduct initial screening interviews to assess qualifications, experience, and cultural fit</li><li>
Prepare and submit comprehensive candidate packages, including:</li><li>
Screening notes</li><li>
Reference checks (if applicable)</li><li>
Written recommendation explaining candidate fit</li><li>
Build and maintain global talent pipelines</li><li>
Utilize sourcing tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, job boards, referrals, and networking</li><li>
Collaborate with recruiters and hiring managers to align sourcing strategies</li><li>
Stay informed on regional hiring trends and market challenges</li><li>
Maintain clear and professional communication with candidates throughout the hiring process</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What You Bring</b></p><ul><li>
Proven experience in global and U.S. talent sourcing</li><li>
Ability to adapt sourcing strategies across different markets</li><li>
Experience sourcing both technical and non-technical roles</li><li>
Strong command of sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search, ATS, job boards)</li><li>
Confidence conducting virtual interviews (Zoom, Google Meet, etc.)</li><li>
Strong organizational and time-management skills</li><li>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li><b>
Must currently reside in Pakistan</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Schedule &amp; Work Expectations</b></p><ul><li>
Employment Type: Contract (40+ hours per week)</li><li>
For this role, the workweek will follow U.S. Monday&ndash;Friday business days. Team members based in Pakistan must align to the U.S. workweek (Monday through Friday), even though local weekend days may differ.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Compensation (PKR):</b></p><ul><li>
During 90-day probation period: 70,000 PKR per month</li><li>
Upon successful completion of probation (after 90 days): 80,000 PKR per month</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Shifts Available (Pacific Standard Time):</b></p><ul><li>
Monday &amp; Wednesday: 8PM-5AM Pacific Standard Time</li><li>
Tuesday, Thursday &amp; Friday: 4PM-1AM Pacific Standard Time</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Mandatory Virtual Meetings (Pacific Standard Time)</b></p><p>
All team members must attend:</p><ul><li>
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:00 AM &ndash; 8:00 AM Pacific Standard Time
</li><li>Tuesday and Thursday: 7:30 AM &ndash; 8:30 AM Pacific Standard Time</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Non-Negotiables</b></p><ul><li>
90-day probationary period with five (5) days per week in-office attendance required</li><li>
Office Location: House #571, Street #35, E-11/3, Islamabad, Pakistan</li><li>
During probation, training may require additional Pacific Standard Time alignment</li><li>
After 90 days, the HR Lead will assess feasibility of transitioning to a hybrid schedule (minimum 3 days per week in-office). Hybrid is not guaranteed or permanent and will depend on performance and business needs.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Why This Role Is Exciting</b></p><ul><li>
Exposure to global recruiting across dozens of markets</li><li>
Opportunity to work on a variety of industries and roles</li><li>
Direct impact on hiring outcomes</li><li>
High visibility within a growing global organization</li><li>
Strong foundation-building opportunity in global talent acquisition</li><li>
PTO Eligibility</li></ul><p></p><p>
If you thrive in global recruitment, can seamlessly shift between U.S. and international sourcing, and confidently prepare high-quality candidate recommendations &mdash; we want to hear from you.</p></div>

Global Talent Sourcer (Pakistan)

nVent

<div><p>We&rsquo;re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success &ndash; and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
</p><p></p><p>As nVent continues to scale, we are elevating sourcing into a strategic capability that drives enterprise value, accelerates growth, and structurally improves margins while strengthening global supply resilience and agility.
</p><p></p><p>The Vice President, Enterprise Sourcing &amp; Procurement will lead and scale the company&rsquo;s global sourcing strategy and operating model, delivering enterprise value through cost competitiveness, supplier performance, and capability advancement. This role will drive global category strategy, supplier performance, supplier quality, and procurement capabilities to deliver measurable value, strengthen supplier partnerships, and enhance enterprise competitiveness.
</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
</b></h2><p></p><p>Enterprise Leadership &amp; Transformation
</p><ul><li>Lead design and deployment of our sourcing operating model (GCM, SRM, SQM, CoE).
</li><li>Drive sourcing transformation initiatives aligned to business goals and growth strategy.
</li><li>Establish governance, decision rights, and enterprise standards.
</li><li>Owns enterprise risk, including geopolitical sourcing strategy, structural risk frameworks, crisis response.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Sourcing Strategy &amp; Category Management
</p><ul><li><p>Define and implement Global Category Management (GCM) strategies across direct and indirect spend.
</p></li><li>Lead major sourcing initiatives including supplier consolidation and strategic sourcing.
</li><li><p>Drive enterprise-wide cost optimization and commercial excellence.
</p></li><li>Own enterprise value delivery, including sourcing productivity, cost-out, and margin impact.
</li><li>Drive supplier consolidation and standardization to reduce complexity and improve leverage.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Supplier Management &amp; Quality
</p><ul><li>Establish and scale Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) for critical and strategic suppliers.
</li><li>Ensure supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and innovation.
</li><li>Partner with Quality to implement Supplier Quality Management (SQM) standards.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Procurement Capability &amp; Systems
</p><ul><li>Build and lead a Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE) to standardize processes, enable scale, and drive enterprise capability.
</li><li>Enable decision-making through data, analytics, and digital platforms (e.g., Ivalua).
</li><li>Standardize sourcing processes, tools, and governance globally.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Operational Excellence &amp; Resource Optimization
</p><ul><li>Drive resource optimization by aligning existing sourcing capacity to the operating model, optimizing capacity without proportional headcount growth.
</li><li>Improve sourcing productivity and reduce transactional complexity.
</li><li>Establish a management operating system with key performance initiatives and value tracking.
</li></ul><p></p><p>Talent &amp; Organizational Development
</p><ul><li>Build a high-performing global sourcing organization.
</li><li>Strengthen leadership pipeline, succession bench, and capability development.
</li><li>Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and enterprise thinking.
</li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>YOU HAVE:
</b></h2><ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
</li><li>15+ years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
</li><li>10+ years in senior leadership roles within global, matrixed organizations.
</li><li>Proven experience leading sourcing or procurement transformation with measurable outcomes or center-led models.
</li><li>Meaningful experience developing future leaders.
</li><li>Strong experience in strategic sourcing, category management, supplier performance and contract negotiation.
</li><li>Track record of strong data-driven decision-making.
</li><li>Enterprise strategy creation experience.
</li><li>Experience implementing procurement platforms (e.g., S2C systems) preferred.
</li><li>Deep understanding of global supply markets and risk management preferred.
</li><li>Track record of delivering significant cost savings and productivity improvement preferred.
</li><li>Applied AI and digital transformation in sourcing preferred.
</li><li>Ability to travel 25-35%, domestic and internationally.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>WE HAVE:
</b></p><ul><li><p>A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
</p><ul><li><p>nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
</p></li><li><p>Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com .
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p>Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
</p><ul><li><p>We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
</p></li><li><p>Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p>Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We&rsquo;re known for being:
</p><ul><li><p>Innovative &amp; adaptable
</p></li><li><p>Dedicated to absolute integrity
</p></li><li><p>Focused on the customer first
</p></li><li><p>Respectful and team oriented
</p></li><li><p>Optimistic and energizing
</p></li><li><p>Accountable for performance
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p>Benefits to support the lives of our employees
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Pay Transparency
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nVent&rsquo;s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee&rsquo;s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
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<b>Compensation Range:
</b></p>$241,500.00 - $359,000.00
<p></p><p>Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
</p><p></p><p><b>Benefit Overview
</b></p><p></p><p>At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
</p><ul><li><p>Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
</p></li><li><p>A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan &mdash; both include a company match.
</p></li><li><p>Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal &amp; identity theft protection.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p>At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other&rsquo;s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.
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Vice President, Enterprise Sourcing & Procurement

Hitachi Energy

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  The opportunity
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 You as a Category Specialist will be part of Hitachi Energy business based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Implement and adhere to Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategies and processes, and follow-ups in factories to ensure material availability, delivery performance, and cost competitiveness. Lead the procurement process for defined material groups, achieving timely availability, cost savings, quality, and service level objectives. Support the development and implementation of regional/global sourcing strategies, and manage supplier performance to secure quality, delivery, cost, and sustainability.
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  How You&rsquo;ll Make An Impact
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   SCM Practice Implementation and support the implementation, maintenance, and compliance of SCM practices, such as Strategic Sourcing, Process &amp; Excellence, Risk Management, Supply Base Management &amp; Quality.
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   Design and implement plans for local sources to reach business targets. Support regional and global sourcing initiatives as required.
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   Drive the implementation of global SCM initiatives and monitor performance and global SCM Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
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   Supplier / Material Identification and selection and support the development and implementation of regional/global sourcing strategies in alignment with regional/global Category Managers.
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   Develop SCM sourcing concepts, including number and type of suppliers needed, make-or-buy comparisons, cost scenarios, and new materials.
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   Share sourcing concepts with relevant stakeholders, agree on actions, responsibilities, and deadlines.
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   Work with Category Managers and Supplier Quality Engineers for supplier selection.
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   Identify the need for new supplier developments for critical materials.
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   Coordinate and implement sourcing strategies to identify, analyze, evaluate, audit, and monitor suppliers.
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   Conduct all SCM activities for goods and services in accordance with policies and procedures.
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   Contract management and adapt the corporate contractual framework to local business needs.
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   Recommend frame agreements to management and execute upon approval.
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   Bid and Proposal support bid and proposal teams by providing relevant market information.
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   Strategic sourcing activities and Plan, initialize, and monitor strategic sourcing activities for projects, new product developments, early involvement of key suppliers, and design to cost aspects.
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   Leverage the Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing (CIPS) process, Initiate and improve operational Excellence &amp; Supplier Performance.
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   Manage Supplier Performance Evaluation (SPE) results and cost targets in new developments.
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   Supplier Relationship Management and managing relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery, quality, and compliance with contractual terms.
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   Oversee supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, lead time) and resolve performance issues.
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   Internal Stakeholder Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as engineering, planning, and fulfillment to secure material availability in production.
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   Apply standards on health, safety, environment, and business ethics within operational work, contract management, and negotiations.
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   You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
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   Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
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  Your background
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or above in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management, or equivalent work experience.
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   Experience: Minimum 6-8 years of working experience in Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain Management.
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   Skills: Collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
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   Results orientation with proven implementation skills.
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   Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to influence and persuade.
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   Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently on a daily basis.
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   Compliance and ethics oriented.
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   Flexibility to travel up to 15%.
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   Preferred: CPSM or PMP certifications, CIPP, CIPM, SAP Experience, Documentation Management Systems, Power BI, and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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   Proficiency in both spoken and written English and Arabic language is required.
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 Publication date : 2026-06-04
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Category Specialist

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